Elements of Fiction

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What is a character in a story?

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A person, animal, or object who has a part in the action of the story.

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What two words best describe the setting of a story?

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When and where.

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What is an antagonist?

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A character who goes against the main character.

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What is conflict in a story?

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The struggle or problem between two characters.

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What does plot refer to in a story?

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The events that happen in the beginning, middle, and end of the book.

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What is a protagonist?

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The main character in a story.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The central idea or message that the story conveys.

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What is a secondary character?

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A character who supports the main character but is not the focus of the story.

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What does setting include in a story?

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The time and place where the story occurs.

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What is a background character?

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A character who is not central to the story and does not have a significant role.